Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2772734 | Trends in Anaesthesia and Critical Care | 2014 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Whether or not to offer treatment to a patient, is a dilemma that occurs throughout medicine. The decision to admit to the Intensive Care Unit for life-sustaining care, or for more limited treatment can be difficult. This article aims to cover consent for treatment, advance directives, and best interests, and the continued care that should be provided if the patient ends their life on the Intensive Care Unit.
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Authors
Abigail L. Richardson, Marcela P. Vizcaychipi,